After defeating Herricks on Monday at home, it seemed that Port Washington baseball continued to pick up where it left off scoring three straight runs in the top of the first inning. On Tuesday, Port Washington fell to Herricks at Herricks High School, 9-8.
Aaron Feinberg led off with a single, stole second base and went to third on a passed ball. Danny Kaminsky followed with a walk and stole second. Nick Duarte then drove Feinberg in with a sacrifice fly. Wayne Baker drove Kaminsky in with a single.
Jacob Schuckman drove Baker in with a single. At the bottom of the first Herricks scored two runs because Port Washington made two errors.
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In the top of the second inning, Port Washington scored two more runs to go up 5-2. Feinberg had a one out single and Kaminsky drove Feinberg in with a triple. Then Nick Duarte grounded out, but Kaminsky scored on the out. In the bottom of the second inning, Herricks scored three runs, and Port Washington made another error, and as a result Herricks had four hits. In the fourth inning, Bryce Keller led off with a single and Danny Kaminsky hit a double to drive him in. In the bottom of the fourth Herricks had two hits and scored one run.
In the fifth inning Port Washington scored two more runs. Mike Weiss led off with a walk, A.J. Friedman drove him in with a double and Bryce drove Friedman in with a double.
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“We hit really well yesterday,” said Coach Matt Holzer.
Heroes: Port Washington’s Aaron Feinberg and Danny Kaminsky. Despite losing the game and fielding and pitching struggles, Feinberg and Kaminsky kept the game close with strong hitting. Unfortunately they didn't get the win, but they can redeem themselves on Thursday when they close out the series at home against Herricks.
Turning Point: Port Washington had an 8-6 lead going to the bottom of the sixth. The first two batters reached bases on a walk and a single. The next two batters struck out. The following two Herricks batters hit a single and triple. The end result was three runs scored and Port Washing lost 9-8.
Quotable: “I am proud of my guys for the way we competed and I think we will bounce back Thursday,” said Coach Holzer.
Bottom Line: Port Washington needs wins to get the third and final playoff spot in its division.
Who's Next: Herricks @ Port Washington Thursday, May 5, 4:45 p.m.
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